Day: February 12, 2010

About Marcia Jones Brango Actress who has made a name for herself with parts in Colombian telenovelas, including ¿Dónde carajos está Umaña? and Dama y Obrero. She is a former beauty queen who represented Caranega in the Concurso Nacional de Belleza contest.  She was a law student at the Cooperative University of Colombia. She runs a YouTube channel…

About Alex Adair English DJ known for his remix of “Thinking Out Loud,” which has been viewed several million times across various YouTube channels. He also released the single “Make Me Feel Better.” He grew up playing piano and pursued music in college, where he also studied physics and math. Growing his brand through social…

About Josie Lawrence English comedian and actress who worked with the improv troupe Comedy Store Players and appeared on the television series Whose Line Is It Anyway? She attended Dartington College of Arts from 1978 until 1981. She has received various honoroary doctorates including one from the University of Wolverhampton in 2004. Josie Lawrence She…

About Reo Ma Menswear designer who runs his eponymous label “Reo Ma.” He s also the founder of the customized denim label Impression. He studied at Cambridge School of Visual and Performing Arts where he graduated with honors in fashion design. He began his career as a stylist for I.T. Beijing Market. Reo Ma He…

About Tarek Al Eryan Palestinian director most famous for award-winning films like 1989 s The Emperor and 2004 s Tito. He is also the founder and CEO of the production company Framework as well as the music labels Fame Music and Stargate. He graduated with a Bachelor of Arts degree from Southern Illinois University. He…

About Kim Stolz Reality TV star who was one of the finalists on cycle 5 of America s Next Top Model. She later became an MTV News correspondent. She began her career on season 5 of America s Next Top Model. She was an early favorite to win given her androgynous look. She worked as…

About Leisiane Almeida Dancer whose considerable talents and flawless physique have won her considerable online fame. She has over 70,000 followers on Instagram. She graduated from FMU with a degree in Physiology. She s also passionate about fitness and has worked as a personal trainer.  Leisiane Almeida She s had two daughters.  Leisiane Almeida She s…

About Martha Karua Kenyan politician who is known for having served both as the Minister of Justice, National Cohesion, and Constitutional Affairs as well as the Minister of Water Resources Management and Development. She is also known for having been a former member of the Kenyan Parliament representing the Gichugu Constituency.  She studied law at…

About Marion Leonard Stage and screen actress who was one of the first celebrities of the silent film era and in films such as The Gibson Goddess. She began her career on the stage, and at age 27 signed with American Mutoscope and Biograph Company. She played the lead role in the 1910 film In…

About Michelle Charlesworth Perhaps known best for a Good Morning America segment that documented her medical and personal journeys post-skin cancer diagnosis, Charlesworth is also famous for hosting Eyewitness News on New York City s ABC station. After graduating from high school in New Jersey, she earned her bachelor s degree in public policy from…

About John Lombardo Founding member of the alternative rock outfit 10,000 Maniacs who played guitarist and wrote many of their early songs. He founded 10,000 Maniacs in 1981, but left the group in 1986 due to differences. He is one-half of the folk duo John and Mary. John Lombardo He was born and raised in…

About Drew Houston Founder and CEO of Dropbox who grew his service from humble origins to an invaluable sharing tool. He was a member of the Phi Delta Theta fraternity at MIT. His popular file-sharing tool hit 100 million users in late 2012. Drew Houston He was born in Beaverton, Oregon. He previously dated CeCe…